Canon has announced two new lenes for its DSLR cameras. Of the pair, the flagship is the EF 24–70mm f/4L IS USM. As its name implies the lens is a high-end L-series model, supporting apertures up to f/4 at all Zoom settings. It’s also equipped with an ultrasonic motor, image stabilization, and a macro mode, […]
Nikon has revealed its soon to be released follow-up to the D5100 DSLR. The third in the series of cameras, the D5200 has only marginal physical changes externally, but the internals have been upgraded significantly. The biggest improvement is the inclusion of the 24.1-megapixel DC-format CMOS sensor combined with the new EXPEED 3 image processor. […]
Harman International Industries has unveiled two audio/video receivers — the Harman Kardon AVR 700 and AVR 1700. Both feature the brand’s classic styling and sound reproduction for consumers who want to start or upgrade a home entertainment center. To accommodate the latest high-definition audio and video sources, each is equipped with multiple HDMI inputs, with […]
Boxee TV is now available for purchase at Walmart. The big box store chain is the only retail location to purchase the device, with online purchasing at Boxee’s site the other option. The $98 piece of hardware includes a digital antenna, and word is buyers will get a three-month trial period to the No Limits […]
JBL has unveiled the newest in its line of audio streaming devices. The JBL SoundFly Air plug-in speaker is an Apple AirPlay enabled audio speaker. The unit’s companion application adds music browsing, cover art, provides volume and tone adjustment, and allows for full customization of the digital signal processing to tailor the sound to the […]
Boxee will start the promotion of its upcoming Boxee TV by giving away free units. A number of customers that have registered on the Boxee website and completed a survey have been e-mailed, offering the device at no charge before its expected release date of mid to late November. The form has been up since […]
Panasonic has announced when it will start selling the Lumix GH3 in Japan. A release date for mid-December suggests that the Micro Four Thirds, mirrorless camera will be making its way to other markets by the start of 2013. The Lumix GH3 will be available in three different bundles. The option to get the body […]
Nikon has announced the successor to the V1 mirrorless 1 System camera. The V2 uses an upgraded 14.2-megapixel CX-format CMOS sensor with a light sensitivity of between 160 and 640 ISO. An Expeed 3A image processor is aided by the Advance Hybrid Auto Focus system, which can switch between a 73-point phase detection and a […]
Canon has confirmed it will be releasing a new firmware for its in the future. The biggest update for the camera will be in allowing videographers to record uncompressed high-definition video from the HDMI port to an external recording device. The uncompressed YcbCr 4:2:2, 8-bit output will allow users to edit the resulting footage with […]
Harman Kardon just outed its BTA 10 Bluetooth adapter that promises to let users wirelessly stream music via Bluetooth from their portable devices to nearly any home theater receiver or sound dock. It can pair with up to eight Bluetooth devices. A blue LED light will flash when the BTA 10 is looking for a […]